Description

Book Synopsis

The definitive history of the Middle East, now updated in its fifth edition

''The best overall survey of the politics, regional rivalries and economics of the contemporary Arab world'' Washington Post

Over the centuries the Middle East has confounded the dreams of conquerors and peacemakers alike. This now-classic book follows the historic struggles of the region over the last two hundred years, from Napoleon''s assault on Egypt, through the slow decline and fall of the Ottoman Empire, to the painful emergence of modern nations. It is now fully updated with extensive new material examining recent developments including the aftermaths of the ''Arab Spring'', the continuing Arab-Israeli conflict and the Syrian and Yemeni civil wars.

''An excellent political overview'' Guardian

A History of the Middle East 5th Edition

Product form

£13.49

Includes FREE delivery

RRP £14.99 – you save £1.50 (10%)

Order before 4pm today for delivery by Fri 19 Dec 2025.

A Paperback / softback by Peter Mansfield

7 in stock


    View other formats and editions of A History of the Middle East 5th Edition by Peter Mansfield

    Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
    Publication Date: 25/07/2019
    ISBN13: 9780141988467, 978-0141988467
    ISBN10: 0141988460
    Also in:
    History Middle Eastern history

    Description

    Book Synopsis

    The definitive history of the Middle East, now updated in its fifth edition

    ''The best overall survey of the politics, regional rivalries and economics of the contemporary Arab world'' Washington Post

    Over the centuries the Middle East has confounded the dreams of conquerors and peacemakers alike. This now-classic book follows the historic struggles of the region over the last two hundred years, from Napoleon''s assault on Egypt, through the slow decline and fall of the Ottoman Empire, to the painful emergence of modern nations. It is now fully updated with extensive new material examining recent developments including the aftermaths of the ''Arab Spring'', the continuing Arab-Israeli conflict and the Syrian and Yemeni civil wars.

    ''An excellent political overview'' Guardian

    Recently viewed products

    © 2025 Book Curl

      • American Express
      • Apple Pay
      • Diners Club
      • Discover
      • Google Pay
      • Maestro
      • Mastercard
      • PayPal
      • Shop Pay
      • Union Pay
      • Visa

      Login

      Forgot your password?

      Don't have an account yet?
      Create account